Easy Phrasal Verbs: Learn English verbs through conversations

talk about Henry Ford’s life.

Guide:  Henry  Ford  set  up  the  Ford  Motor  Company  in  1903  and  was

famous for producing truly affordable motor cars. Any questions?

Karen: Did Henry Ford set up the company with his own money?

Guide: Good question. He set it up with the help of several investors.

Karen: I see. Thanks.

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8.4 be going to set up (future plan)

8.4.1 Claire is talking to her parents about starting a new business.

Claire: Mum, dad. I’ve decided. I’m going to set up a catering business. I

love cooking and I want to make some money from it.

Mother: I think it’s a great idea.

Father: Me, too.

Mother:  Have  you  thought  about  how  much  money  you’ll  need  to  set  it

up?

Claire:  Yes.  Well….  I’m  going  to  start  small.  I’m  going  to  work  from  my

apartment, so hopefully I won’t need too much money in the beginning.

Father: Let us know if you want us to lend you some money.

Claire: Thanks, dad!

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